B2B Bank had just introduced liquidity requirements which seemed to indicate they really did not want to be providing that service.TD was the last of the Big Five to offer the ability to write and hold arm's length mortgages.  

PM me you're number if you'd like.I don't have any "opportunities" or property for sale or rent at this time or anything else to offer other than info based on my experience.

They used to offer exclusive properties but now it appears that they are pulling MLS listings and will connect you with an agent.

Would anyone be able to offer general advice to this approach? 

One long-shot option is to offer a lease at something like $1,300. 

You’ll want to make sure your property is styled and stocked to fit the target market catering to what Big Bear has to offer and what guests expect.

I am trying to brainstorm ways to partner locally with someone in or around Indianapolis, to offer "boots on the ground" as this is what I do and where my passion is already.

Lots of us are happy to offer suggestions but I think we need to understand your situation better.All the best!

The key is to offer something different to the other homes, and be an attentive host, to get good reviews to boost OTA (Airbnb/vrbo) rankings. 

Durham tends to offer slightly better cash flow opportunities compared to Raleigh, especially if you’re targeting neighborhoods that are up-and-coming but still affordable.